Pattaya is the nearest large beach resort city to Bangkok. During the festive season, it attracts locals and foreign tourists who are looking to celebrate New Year's on the beach. If you are looking to welcome New Year 2026 in Thailand, the resort city is one of the best places to count down on the beach, as there's a big public countdown event on the beach with music, fireworks, and other festivities. Many beachfront hotels also organize a festive New Year’s Eve dinner and countdown parties. Discover the best places to celebrate New Year's in the city and pick the perfect place for your Pattaya New Year's Eve 2026.
Best Countdown Events on New Year's Eve 2026 in Pattaya
To plan your New Year celebration in Pattaya, explore the resort city's best countdown events below. The best places to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 in Pattaya while enjoying fireworks displays are the following.
Important!
Pay attention that the details of some Thailand countdown events displayed below are for the previous New Year 2025 celebration, as new festive season events are normally presented not more than 2-3 months before New Year’s Eve. In most cases, the events and inclusions remain similar every year, so you can know what can be expected, even if party themes change and ticket prices tend to be slightly going up.
We will update this page once details of Thailand's New Year’s Eve events for New Year 2026 become available. Bookmark this page to find the updates easier.
1. Pattaya Countdown
Pattaya Countdown is a yearly event that invites people to celebrate the end of the old year and welcome the new year together on the sand of Pattaya Central Beach. Throughout the three days of the event, you can enjoy free concerts from famous artists and singers from all over Thailand. On 31 December, the celebration is enhanced by the fireworks show for you to count down to the new year together with the crowd.
Event date and time: 29-31 December 2024, from 17:00 onwards
Location: Pattaya Central Beach
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Hilton Pattaya - a beachfront 34-story hotel adjacent to Central Pattaya, Southeast Asia's largest beachfront shopping center.
Holiday Inn Pattaya - a beachfront hotel offering stunning ocean views, family-friendly amenities, and proximity to the countdown venue.
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya - a four-star hotel offering family-friendly activities, worldwide dining, and stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand.
On New Year's Eve, the "Pattaya Countdown" event is extended to Koh Larn, a picturesque island not far from Pattaya.
Event date and time: 31 December 2024, from 17:00 onwards
Location: Koh Larn
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Suntosa Resort - a well-rated beachfront hotel on Koh Larn, where you can enjoy stunning sea views, modern rooms, Thai cuisine, and the perfect island escape.
Koh Larn Riviera - a resort-style accommodation near Ta Yai Beach.
Rimtalay Resort Koh Larn - a resort with a private atmosphere, located in Ta Yai Beach.
2. Central Pattaya Countdown
Central Pattaya Countdown is a New Year's celebration that takes place at Central Pattaya, Asia’s largest natural beachfront shopping complex. On New Year's Eve, at the beach activity area (SUNKEN) of Central Pattaya shopping mall, you can enjoy a concert of various local artists and watch fireworks above Pattaya Beach from the terrace.
Event date and time: 31 December 2024, from 19:30 to 02:00
Location: Central Pattaya
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Hilton Pattaya - a beachfront 34-story hotel adjacent to Central Pattaya.
Wave Hotel Pattaya - an 18-room luxury Art Deco boutique hotel perfectly situated on Beach Road in the center of downtown Pattaya.
Blackwoods Hotel Pattaya - a well-rated hotel located next to Central Pattaya.
The atmosphere at "Central Pattaya Countdown 2025."
3. Alexa Beach Club Pattaya NYE Party
Alexa Beach Club Pattaya, located in Na Jomtien Beach, invites you to make your Ibiza escape and join the crowd for good times, delicious food, cool tunes, fabulous shows, and chic & sexy beach club vibes.
On New Year’s Eve, Alexa Beach Club Pattaya organizes a New Year's Eve party with all-night entertainment. The evening starts with a gala dinner, where you can watch the shows from your poolside dining table. After that, the celebration transitions into the beach party with live sets by DJs and never-seen-before live shows. Complete the unforgettable night filled with great food, music, and joy in a magical beach setting with fire shows and fireworks on the beach.
Event date and time: 31 December 2024, from 18:00 onwards
Location: Alexa Beach Club Pattaya
Best-rated hotels nearby:
The Journey Resort - a pool-villa beach resort nestled on Na Jomtien Beach.
Sea Falcon on the Water - a hotel and restaurant located on a private beach in wonderful and peaceful Na Jomtien Beach.
Pinnacle Grand Jomtien Resort and Beach Club - a family-friendly resort with a spacious beachfront on Na Jomtien, 15 minutes from Pattaya City.
4. New Year's Eve at Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya is a four-star hotel featuring family-friendly activities, worldwide dining, and stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel's location on the beach road in Central Pattaya makes exploring the city, its local markets, and other attractions easy and convenient.
On the last day of the year, you can join a memorable New Year's Eve celebration at Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya. Savor a delicious international buffet dinner, dance to live band music and a DJ, take your chance at a lucky draw, and enjoy special activities to make the night unforgettable.
5. New Year's Eve at Grande Centre Point Pattaya
Grande Centre Point Pattaya is a 5-star hotel, strategically located in North Pattaya with direct access to Terminal21 Pattaya Shopping Mall. Rising 32 stories above the city, the hotel is a good destination for both business and leisure travelers, as it features abundant activities and facilities to keep the whole family entertained. Located on the 32nd floor of Grande Centre Point Pattaya, The Sky 32 is a rooftop dining venue that boasts enchanting views and delicious flavors. You can dine indoors or al fresco or sip on a drink while taking in the views of the glorious skyline that spans the glittering lights of the city to the deep blue sea.
On New Year's Eve, The Sky 32 Rooftop Restaurant is inviting you for a joyful night that you shouldn't miss. Here you can join the New Year's countdown party with a delicious dining experience in a fun atmosphere. A variety of deliciousness awaits you, and you can enjoy it with live music to welcome the New Year, creating an atmosphere that will be filled with happiness.
6. New Year's Eve at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G
Pullman Pattaya Hotel G is the world-renowned beach resort, found nestled away in lush, tropical gardens on the beautiful coast of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel features its own undisturbed stretch of beach, wellness center, and plenty of spots to wine, dine, and recline.
On New Year's Eve at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G, you can feast with the New Year’s Eve buffet dinner at The Beach Club Restaurant or simply join the countdown party at The Beach Club Pattaya to celebrate New Year's Eve with a vibrant night filled with feasting and fun. At the party, expect a DJ spinning tunes, a fire show, and fireworks to light up the night.
Event: Miami Glam Night - New Year's Eve Party
Event date and time: 31 December 2025, from 21:00 to 01:00
Venue: The Beach Club Pattaya
Ticket price:
- 9,999 THB for Party Bed package (Max.4), including 3,000 THB F&B credit and a bottle of champagne
- 14,999 THB for Beachfront VIP Party Bed package (Max.4), including 5,000 THB F&B credit and a Magnum bottle of champagne
Book your stay on New Year's Eve at this Pattaya hotel here: Pullman Pattaya Hotel G
7. New Year's Eve at Dusit Thani Pattaya
Dusit Thani Pattaya is a beachfront hotel offering to indulge in 5-star luxury and world-class amenities. This luxurious beach resort is conveniently located near the shopping and dining hotspots of Pattaya City and boasts direct access to two beachfronts and stunning panoramic views over Pattaya Bay.
On the last day of the year, Dusit Thani Pattaya invites you to step into a magical world of wonder at the New Year’s Eve celebration. Here you can indulge in a lavish buffet, enjoy live music, and create lasting memories with loved ones.
8. New Year's Eve at Royal Cliff Beach Hotel
Royal Cliff Beach Hotel is a 5-star hotel in Pattaya that blends contemporary luxury with an undeniably cool, casual vibe. At the hotel you can embrace the casually luxurious lifestyle with fun-filled leisure facilities and activities to amuse and entertain the entire family.
On New Year’s Eve, you can enjoy a gala dinner at the poolside of the Royal Cliff Beach Hotel Pattaya. Here you can savor a premium international buffet featuring premium seafood, prime cuts, and indulgent desserts while enjoying live entertainment, breathtaking sea views, and a spectacular fireworks show by the poolside.
Event: The Lost World Luxe Gala New Year Party
Event date and time: 31 December 2025, from 19:00 onwards
Venue: Poolside of the Royal Cliff Beach Hotel
Ticket price:
- 6,500++ THB per person
- 50% discount for children aged 4-12 years
Book your stay on New Year's Eve at this Pattaya hotel here: Royal Cliff Beach Hotel
9. New Year's Eve at The Monttra Pattaya
The Monttra Pattaya is a luxurious hotel situated on a cliff-top at a private beach in Pattaya. The resort combines the fascination of deep-rooted Thai hospitality with a contemporary concept of Thai design and lifestyle.
On the last day of the year at The Monttra Pattaya, you can join a New Year’s Eve party on a private beach. Here you can enjoy unlimited drinks, delicious dining, a live DJ, a prize draw, and a spectacular sparkling wine countdown.
New Year's Eve 2026 in Thailand
Welcoming the New Year in Thailand is an excellent choice, as there are many countdown events on New Year's Eve not only in Pattaya but also in other popular tourist destinations in Thailand, such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hua Hin, Krabi, Koh Samui, and others. Discover the best countdown events in Thailand and choose the perfect spot to celebrate your New Year's Eve 2026 in Thailand.
